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UBS Financial Analyst Interview Questions and Answers
8 Interview questions
EL stands for Expected Loss while UL stands for Unexpected Loss in financial analysis.
EL is the estimated loss that a company expects to incur based on historical data and risk assessments.
UL is the potential loss that is not accounted for in the expected loss calculation, typically due to unforeseen events or extreme market conditions.
EL is used for budgeting and planning purposes, while UL is used to determine t...
The entry for purchases will be updated to reflect the increase from Rs.100 to Rs.105.
The original entry for purchases was Rs.100
The updated entry for purchases will be Rs.105
The entry will be updated in the accounting software or ledger
The accounts affected will be the purchases account and the accounts payable account
I would analyze the terms of the bond and its impact on the company's financials.
Review the interest rate and maturity date of the bond
Assess the impact on the company's debt-to-equity ratio
Evaluate the potential benefits and risks of issuing bonds
Consider alternative financing options
Communicate findings to management and make recommendations
Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.
Types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.
Options give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a specified price before or on a specified date.
Futures are contracts to buy or sell an asset at a future date for a price agreed upon today.
Forwards are simil...
The stock market is a platform where investors can buy and sell shares of publicly traded companies.
Stocks represent ownership in a company and can be bought and sold on stock exchanges like NYSE and NASDAQ.
Bonds are debt securities issued by companies or governments to raise capital.
Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities.
Options g...
Optimizing Python code involves improving efficiency and performance.
Use built-in functions and libraries for faster execution.
Avoid unnecessary loops and nested loops for better performance.
Implement caching and memoization techniques to reduce redundant computations.
Profile and analyze code using tools like cProfile to identify bottlenecks.
Consider using data structures like dictionaries or sets for faster looku...
LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate that banks use to lend to each other. Other rates include prime rate and federal funds rate.
LIBOR stands for London Interbank Offered Rate
It is the average interest rate at which banks can borrow from each other
It is used as a benchmark for various financial products such as loans, mortgages, and derivatives
Other rates include prime rate, which is the interest rate that banks cha...
CS is a great company to work with because of its strong reputation, diverse range of services, and commitment to innovation.
CS has a strong reputation in the financial industry, which provides a great foundation for career growth.
The company offers a diverse range of services, which allows for exposure to different areas of finance.
CS is committed to innovation, which creates opportunities to work on cutting-edge...
UBS Financial Analyst Interview Experiences
10 interviews found
Anonymous
Selected
I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. What are derivatives in finance?
- Ans.
Derivatives in finance are financial instruments whose value is derived from the value of an underlying asset.
Derivatives can be used for hedging against risk, speculating on price movements, or gaining exposure to assets without owning them.
Common types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.
Options give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a specified price be...
- Q2. What are the different types of derivatives?
- Ans.
Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.
Types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.
Options give the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a specified price before or on a specified date.
Futures are contracts to buy or sell an asset at a future date for a price agreed upon today.
Forwards are similar to...
(4 Questions)
- Q1. What are the details of the stock market and its various products?
- Ans.
The stock market is a platform where investors can buy and sell shares of publicly traded companies.
Stocks represent ownership in a company and can be bought and sold on stock exchanges like NYSE and NASDAQ.
Bonds are debt securities issued by companies or governments to raise capital.
Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, or other securities.
Options give i...
- Q2. Balance sheet,profit &loss account
- Q3. Journal entries
- Q4. Option in detail, economic crisis,
Interview Preparation Tips
Selected
I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Technical questions on roles and responsibilities
(1 Question)
- Q1. On Derivatives and Option Greeks
(1 Question)
- Q1. Compensation was discussed and agreed
I applied via Campus Placement
It was very basic Quantitative aptitude just like SNAP exam
The GD process was based on Current Affair . It was quite detailed and thorough.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Questions were mainly based on profile and related to the fundamentals of job description and finance.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Very generic documentation related HR questions.
Interview Preparation Tips
Selected
I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.
(1 Question)
- Q1. Difference between EL and UL
- Ans.
EL stands for Expected Loss while UL stands for Unexpected Loss in financial analysis.
EL is the estimated loss that a company expects to incur based on historical data and risk assessments.
UL is the potential loss that is not accounted for in the expected loss calculation, typically due to unforeseen events or extreme market conditions.
EL is used for budgeting and planning purposes, while UL is used to determine the am...
Skills evaluated in this interview
I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.
(3 Questions)
- Q1. Entry for purchases? Purchases was recorded as Rs.100 first, then it increased to Rs.105, what will be the entry?
- Ans.
The entry for purchases will be updated to reflect the increase from Rs.100 to Rs.105.
The original entry for purchases was Rs.100
The updated entry for purchases will be Rs.105
The entry will be updated in the accounting software or ledger
The accounts affected will be the purchases account and the accounts payable account
- Q2. What would you do if the company gets bonds?
- Q3. Derivative products?
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Are you ok with working from office?
- Ans.
Yes, I am okay with working from the office.
I am comfortable working in a professional office environment.
I believe working in an office setting allows for better collaboration and communication with colleagues.
I am willing to commute to the office and adhere to the designated working hours.
I understand the importance of face-to-face interactions and building relationships with team members and clients.
I am open to the...
- Q2. Will you be comfortable with the shift timings?
- Ans.
Yes, I will be comfortable with the shift timings.
I am flexible and adaptable to different work schedules.
I understand the nature of the financial industry and the need for flexible working hours.
I have previous experience working in shifts and have successfully managed my time and responsibilities.
I am committed to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality work regardless of the shift timings.
Interview Preparation Tips
- Financial Management
- Journal entries
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Details about swaps and basic knowledge
- Q2. Meaning of LIBOR and other rates
- Ans.
LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate that banks use to lend to each other. Other rates include prime rate and federal funds rate.
LIBOR stands for London Interbank Offered Rate
It is the average interest rate at which banks can borrow from each other
It is used as a benchmark for various financial products such as loans, mortgages, and derivatives
Other rates include prime rate, which is the interest rate that banks charge t...
Interview Preparation Tips
Selected
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Python data frames
- Q2. Optimisation of python codes
- Ans.
Optimizing Python code involves improving efficiency and performance.
Use built-in functions and libraries for faster execution.
Avoid unnecessary loops and nested loops for better performance.
Implement caching and memoization techniques to reduce redundant computations.
Profile and analyze code using tools like cProfile to identify bottlenecks.
Consider using data structures like dictionaries or sets for faster lookups.
Us...
Skills evaluated in this interview
Selected
I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.
(1 Question)
- Q1. About Indian Accounting standards and finance
Interview Preparation Tips
- Ind AS
I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.
Interview Questionnaire
3 Questions
- Q1. Tell us about your job profile?
- Q2. What is your 5 year goal
- Q3. Why CS to work with?
- Ans.
CS is a great company to work with because of its strong reputation, diverse range of services, and commitment to innovation.
CS has a strong reputation in the financial industry, which provides a great foundation for career growth.
The company offers a diverse range of services, which allows for exposure to different areas of finance.
CS is committed to innovation, which creates opportunities to work on cutting-edge proj...
Interview Preparation Tips
Interview Preparation Tips
Tips: Attend Mock GDs if you're not so confident of speaking in public.
Round: Other Interview
Experience: This interview was mostly based on resume based questions.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: There were actually 2 HR rounds, where they were trying to judge how well the candidate would fir in their company.
General Tips: Don't cave into peer pressure. Do what you really want, even if it's not the most sought after.
Skills: Puzzle solving
College Name: IIT KANPUR
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